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December 2016 eNewsletter
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Traveling? Check in at your library first.
Whether you travel for the holidays by plane, train, or automobile, at some point on your trip you'll probably want something to help you pass the time. We've got you covered!
Stop by a Henrico library and pick up some bestsellers or old favorites to bring along. Or use our online catalog first to find and hold the items you want, and pick them up on the way.
Already left town? No problem—you can still browse our virtual shelves for downloadable books, audiobooks, and magazines … and video and music too!
Even if you aren't traveling, reading is a great way to spend the holidays. So check in with us! We’d love to see you.
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Winter break for Henrico Schools is right around the corner. If you know a student looking for something to do we've got a few options! There are games, crafts, movies and much more like:
Wednesday, December 21, 7 pm
Do you love anime? Want to learn more about it? Join us as we gather to watch and talk about Japanese animation. Each meeting, we’ll screen a different anime and enjoy everything from classic titles to new favorites.
Thursday, December 22, 6:30 pm
Join us for family time as we watch Mickey's Christmas Carol (1983, NR, 26 min). Enjoy a tasty holiday treat and make a craft following the movie. Pajamas are welcome! Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Wednesday, December 28, 1:30 pm
Watch Cinderella with us! This Winter Break, join us as we watch one of the most magical movies of 2015: the new live-action version of Cinderella starring Lily James and Cate Blanchett. Plenty of snacks and drinks will be provided. Sponsored by the Friends of the Glen Allen Branch Library. (2015, PG, 114 min.)
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Saturday, December 3, 10:30 am
Gayton
Children learn best through repetition! Join us as we share favorite stories, rhymes and songs from recent Mother Goose and Toddler/Preschool storytimes. Families of all ages welcome.
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Welcoming in the Winter Season
Monday, December 5, 7 pm
Tuckahoe
Enjoy the sounds of the upcoming winter holidays as Bob Wadsworth and his hammered dulcimer present an inspiring concert of seasonal music. Sponsored by the Friends of Tuckahoe Library.
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Join us for free play with legos and snap circuits!
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All Ages Holiday Craft-A-Thon
Tuesday, December 13, 6:30 pm
North Park
Drop in to refuel with a snack and make a holiday gift or decoration. Crafts for all ages. Families are welcome. (While supplies last)
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The Valentine Museum presents "A Tale of Two Stores." Revisit the glory days of Richmond's downtown as a shopping and social destination through two of Richmond's former department stores.
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American Youth Harp Ensemble
Thursday, December 15, 2 pm
Twin Hickory
Enjoy holiday music performed by harpists from the American Youth Harp Ensemble. This program is part of the Dr. Bob Singer Senior Series sponsored by the Friends of Twin Hickory Library.
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Joshua Allen Holiday Concert
Monday, December 19, 7 pm
Fairfield
Join local musician Joshua Allen as he shares his joy of the season, performing classics and contemporary tunes. Joshua is well known for his vocal presentation and mastery of several traditional instruments.
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Tuesday, December 20, 7 pm
Wednesday, December 21, 11:30 am
Build your own gingerbread house! Holiday event.
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If you liked Two By Two by Nicholas Sparks,
try these titles:
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Brenda won a $25 Barnes & Noble gift card last month for being the 10th person to answer the
Be in it to win i
t question correctly. The correct answer was Louisa May Alcott.
The 10th person to name the author described below will win a $25 Barnes & Noble gift card courtesy of the
HCPL Friends of the Library
(by replying to this email).
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This December born author is regarded as one of the greatest English writers but was imprisoned for a while because of his role in the fall of the king and the rise of the Commonwealth.
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Parents, caregivers, and educators
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